Taxon

Catasetum callosum

Catasetum callosum - The Callused Catasetum
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Common name: The Callused Catasetum
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Distribution: S Tropical America
Habitat: Dry, open forests; 105ft (346m)
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom characteristics: Arching inflorescence is 12" (30 cm) long with 10-15 red-brown male flowers and green female flowers. Flowers are 2" (5 cm) across.
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): July to December; peaks in October
Fragrance: Fragrant
Description: This medium sized orchid has male, female, and intermediate form flowers.
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew Science Plants of the World Online

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